If you’ve ever craved smoky, fall-off-the-bone barbecue, I’ve got to tell you—Austin, Texas is where you need to be. Since I live in Austin, I get to enjoy BBQ quite a lot! You’ll find that each BBQ joint has its own personality. Some make you wait in line for hours (and yes, I’ve done it), while others feel like hidden gems only locals whisper about. I always say, if you’re in Austin and not eating brisket, you’re doing it wrong. So grab your appetite and maybe a few napkins—you’re about to dig into some of the best barbecue I’ve ever had, and I think you’ll agree it’s worth every bite.

Unique BBQ Restaurants in Austin, Texas:

Dig Into Upscale Smokehouse Fare at Lamberts

Lamberts

Dig Into Upscale Smokehouse Fare at Lamberts -  

Line Up Early for Legendary Brisket at Franklin Barbecue

Franklin Barbecue

Line Up Early for Legendary Brisket at Franklin Barbecue -  

Taste Generations of Flavor at Black's BBQ

Black's BBQ

Taste Generations of Flavor at Black's BBQ -  

Satisfy Big Appetites at Cooper’s Pit Bar-B-Que

Cooper's Pit Bar-B-Que

Satisfy Big Appetites at Cooper’s Pit Bar-B-Que -  

Kick Back with Ribs and Views at County Line

County Line

Kick Back with Ribs and Views at County Line -  

If You Crave Classic, No-Frills Flavor, Stop by Donn’s Barbeque

Donn's Barbeque

If You Crave Classic, No-Frills Flavor, Stop by Donn’s Barbeque -  

In Summary...

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